Team Cure Cholangio

As a someone who was diagnosed in 2020 there wasn't a lot of place I knew I could turn to for advice and support. I found TCC a few years ago, it is a great place to connect with other patients and their families who have gone through a similar experience. As well as raising money and awareness for a rare cancer which doesn't get the national attention.

It is an honor to be part of Team Cure Cholangio. The funds raised all go to research. This is a rare disease and research dollars are limited. Every dollar makes a difference. The most rewarding part of working with Team Cure Cholangio, is building the community of warriors. It is a rare disease, and bringing warriors together to share stories of advocacy and support makes a difference.

Great people and a great cause bringing hope to a disease few people know about. I know they have and will continue making a positive impact on peoples lives.

Team Cure Cholangio is an awesome charity group focused on raising awareness and funds for cholangiocarcinoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer that affects the bile ducts. The team is driven by the mission to support research efforts that aim to improve early diagnosis, treatment options, and ultimately, find a cure for this challenging disease. Through community events and fundraisers, like the Annual Quack Out 5K which i’ve had the honor of walking in. Team Cure Cholangio works tirelessly to bring attention to the needs of those affected by cholangiocarcinoma and to support scientific advancements that offer hope to patients and their families.

Running the quack out 5k was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. Jan and her crew organized an amazing event. From the storied being shared to the energy being felt, I don’t think I’ll ever experience another race quite like it. It was something my family and I looked forward to every year and am sure we will all miss it quite dearly.

Meeting Jan and the wonderful Team Cure Cholangio team at the Annual Quack Out run was one of the best events to happen to our family. We are so fortunate to be touched by the community that Jan has brought together in support of families, fighters, and angels of cholangiocarcinoma.

The Quack Out Run was an annual run that my family and I came across when searching for a way to support and cope with the loss of our dear Grandfather to this rare cancer. The energy and love put into the Quack Out 5k is unmatched to any other fundraiser I have been to. The event is extremely emotional and heartwarming for all those whose lives have been affected by this rare cancer. For those unfamiliar with cholangiocarcinoma, so much awareness and fundraising support is shared with the community.

I will dearly miss the Annual Quack Out but I am eager to see what else Team Cure Cholangio has in store.

Thank you for everything!

Team Cure Cholangio is unwavering in its mission to fund groundbreaking research on Cholangiocarcinoma and raise awareness about this rare and deadly disease. Jan and Dean’s dedication has been crucial in this effort, preventing this illness from continuing to claim our loved ones. Because of this team and the supporters behind it, they are making a real difference—raising funds, spreading awareness, and giving us hope for a cure.

Thank you, Team Cure Cholangio! We need your continued commitment now more than ever to find the cure!

When my wife was diagnosed with Cholangio back in may 2017 there wasn't tons of info about this cancer. She met Jan sometime later and bonded. Sadly I lost my wife in 2019, but I stayed in the Cholangio family so to speak. I even flew out from Oregon to volunteer for the 5K. Team Cure Cholangio is a great non profit, always helping to spread awareness and raise money for research for this often miss diagnosed cancer. Thanks Jan and team for everything you do!

I was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma in March of 2023. I had no symptoms and this cancer was only discovered while doctors were reviewing a CT Scan during a periodic checkup for another medical issue. I was immediately scheduled to meet with a GI surgeon and had several tests completed in order for the surgeon to make a thorough assessment. In April, I went "under the knife" to remove part of my liver and the cancer within. I then had 6 months of chemo to hopefully destroy any remaining cancer cells. Since then, I have regular CT Scans to monitor whether the cancer has returned since time is of the essence.

While my medical team was addressing the cancer very diligently, I was feeling overwhelmed and a little lost. Why did I get this disease? How can I prevent it from returning? I began doing research and stumbled on Team Cure Cholangio and it's founders Jan and Dean Meyer. Jan was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma 6 years ago after her mother was also diagnosed with the same disease. Jan has worked tirelessly to raise funds for research to find a cure. Team Cure Cholangio has been an important resource for me as I continue to fight this difficult cancer. Thank you Jan and Dean.

Jan and Dean are a driving force in the fundraising efforts for the cure of Cholongiocarcinoma- never taking a step back in this fight in spite of their personal ups and downs - dedicated- caring - and driven to find a cure through numerous fund raisers for the past 5-6 years. Kudos to both of them.

I was diagnosed with Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma in January 2022. I found a Facebook post about the 5K being held by Team Cure Cholangio in May and got connected with the organization through that event. I have since been a part of this organization and its founder, Jan Meyer, has become an important person in my life. Jan is a tireless advocate for warriors and the search for effective treatments. Funds raised by Team Cure Cholangio go directly to research searching for new and better drugs to cure this deadly disease. Additionally, Jan works tirelessly to help warriors find places for treatment as well as physicians who are at the forefront of developing and testing effective drugs and other therapies. She is a fountain of information and resources available to patients and caregivers. Jan is a mover and a shaker, and she inspires others to join the cause. Team Cure Cholangio has raised over $700,000 to fund research into treatments specific for cholangiocarcinoma. I am grateful to have found this source of hope.

I am currently a NED cholangiocarcinoma patient. NED means, no evidence of disease. This makes me one of the lucky ones. I am also a volunteer for Team Cure Cholangio and help out with the annual 5 K. The 5k run is just the tip of the ice berg of what Team Cure Cholangio does for the Cholangion family. The money raised each year is applied directly to research into finding new treatments for this rare cancer. The reach of this group goes beyond the 5K. The team reachs out to current patients bringing hope and support so that they don’t battle alone. Janice has also taken it upon herself to bring awareness to those not necessarily impacted with her tireless campaign with her state government, bill boards, radio and TV interviews.

I love Team Cure Cholangio for several reasons, but most of all for the awareness it brings for a disease that many have never heard of before. I also like to run and given the fact that I can participate in an event virtually makes it more accessible for my family and me to help raise money for this disease. Not only do we receive cool t-shirts for the race, but lots of cool swag too. My family looks forward to participating each year in Team Cure Cholangio and raising awareness for Cholangiocarcinoma!
Dawn Moore

Team Cure Cholangio is committed to not only raise money to support cutting edge Cholangiocarcinoma research but also to raise awareness for this rare and deadly disease. They work tirelessly to offer information, support and encouragement. Their dedication and caring spirit is unequaled.
Their major fundraiser is the Annual Quack Out Cholangio 5k. It is more than just a 5k. It is a weekend of support, love and friendship with others who are part of the Cholangio journey. There are patients, caregivers, family members and colleagues as well as researchers. There are many who return year after year to honor a loved one. My husband has Cholangio so this cause is near and dear to us. We travel from Chicago and are honored to volunteer, donate and participate in this fantastic event.

I am so grateful to Team Cure Cholangio for their care, compassion, and dedication to this community. I've had the opportunity to compete in a virtual race in 2022. Later that year, the unimaginable happened, and my Mom passed away from this awful cancer. It broke our world into tiny pieces. In May 2023, we had the opportunity to attend the amazing 5K fundraiser. We were surround by warriors and families, doing all they can take to fight back against bile duct cancer. There are no words to sum up the love and support we felt that day. Thank you to Cure Cholangio for all that you do!

The dedication, knowledge, and caring spirit that Team Cure Cholangio has is unmatched. The team cares so much for their fellow warriors. This organization is amazing! The morning of their annual 5K race you are welcomed with open arms whether you need a word of encouragement, a hug or a cheerleader, they are standing by your side. It is a blessing to know you are not alone, you feel like you’re part of a family, Jan & Dean are so compassionate and care about every person they meet, working tirelessly as Chairman and CFO to help in any way they can. God Bless Team Cholangiocarcinoma.

I do a lot of 5ks in the area and the Team Cure Cholangio is one of the best ones. Between the generous raffles and giveaways- there is no small detail left out. The shirts are always well designed and comfy, too! The amount of businesses that are willing to donate for a type of cancer that is not well known is incredible. Jan and Dean are wonderful people- they started this 5k from the ground up and have helped many survivors along the way. Thanks for all you do!

When my dad passed from cholangio 16 years ago there was only one outcome and it was grim. My family felt alone in the diagnosis and had nowhere to turn. Janice has provided resources to so many and given hope when there was none. I only wish this foundation had been here years ago. It is great to see so many people still thriving with new treatments and clinical trials. Thank you Janice and Dean for all you do!

Losing my dad to this beast of a cancer was the worst thing I have ever gone through. Somehow, right before he died, I found out there was a walk yearly- right here in my home state! Jan and all the Team Cure Cholangio members have been amazing and do so much to help raise awareness!

Team Cure Cholangio’s commitment to not only raise money for research but to also raise awareness of the disease is unlike any other non-profit I have been involved with. When I was first introduced to Jan Meyer, I had never heard of this disease, which has taken the lives of so many way too soon. Their passion to educate the community and to raise money where 100% of the proceeds go towards the desperately needed research to hopefully one day find a cure, is commendable. This organization has and will continue to make such a positive impact on so many lives. Thank you for all you do!

My friend started this wonderful non-profit to help raise money to fund research to cure the cancer that has stricken her. I see her strength and fight shine through all of the time! Please support research for this lesser known cancer!

My best friend passed away from cholangiocarcinoma in 2021. Afterwards I met the head of this great organization and was blown away by the hard work and dedication she, and the rest of Team Cure Cholangio has put into raising money and spreading awareness about this rare cancer. I was so happy to know that my friend had such a great support system in place in the form of this group. I've supported the organization by volunteering at their Quack Out Cholangio race in 2022 and have donated to their great cause. And my experience at the race has left a lasting impression. It was truly an inspiring event, and despite the tears, it was filled with love, laughter and some of the best people trying to do what they can against this monster of a cancer. I will continue my support of this amazing group.

My Mom passed away from Cholangiocarcinoma in May 2022. Imagine my surprise when I discovered that there was a 5K road race dedicated to curing this beast!!----- the "Quack out Cholangio"---which was being held on the very weekend of the anniversary of her death. It was meant to be. We packed up the whole family and went down to Delaware (from CT)!! In the process I was so fortunate to meet the mastermind behind this event--Janice Meyer. She is an amazing individual and has dedicated everything to helping people who are fighting the battle against Cholangio. She helped create my team, sign up on the website and make sure everything was all set for our team on the day of the race. As a way to process my grief I started running----a lot!!!!-----and I have participated in A LOT of 5K events. I will say that this 5K was far superior in many ways to other events. It was well organized from beginning to end and the day of the event was so meaningful just being around other families that have been affected by this cancer. The food, prizes and give aways (swag bag) were awesome. (Bonus having the event in the parking lot of a brewery!) I love the giant inflatable duck which was great for photo ops and I got to meet Janice and give her a big hug. I can NOT wait to participate again this year. Truly one of my favorite events.

My friend passed away from Cholangiocarcinoma. She found this group a few years before her passing. The leaders supported not only my friend’s husband, but all of us who loved her. From checking in on our grieving, to encouraging us to race or volunteer at their annual fundraiser 5K, to remembering her at the race itself, TCC was there for us the whole way. I consider the leaders of TCC true friends.

Team Cure Cholangio has been an amazing resource for the cholangiocarcinoma community, raising money for research geared towards a cure to help patients. My wife was a cholangiocarcinoma patient until she passed, and Team Cure Cholangio helped give her hope. The annual 5k race was important to my wife, family and friends, and the year after Kat died I was honored to be asked to help start the race. We need more cancer patient geared non profits like this- providing hope and geared towards finding cures/new treatments!

My husband was diagnosed with Cholangiocarcinoma at age 28, something neither of us had ever heard of. Janice offered so much support, knowledge, and resources to us. Her and her husband are so extremely dedicated to helping others and raising awareness toward Cholangiocarcinoma. My husband's family and I were able to participate in the annual 5K and it was such an incredible and heartwarming experience. Thank you to Team Cure Cholangio for your continued support and efforts.
-Alyssa

When my close friend was diagnosed with cholangio carcinoma I could find very little about it until I came across team cure cholangio. They had a lot of helpful information. And when I reached out for more Jan got back to me with incredible support and understanding. She also reached out directly to my friend and spoke to her several times with first hand experience, suggestions and helpful information. It was so important to us to find an organization that was bringing attention to this little known cancer.

When I first met Jan and Dean Meyer I had no idea cholangiocarcinoma even existed. But that's the way it goes with most diseases or health conditions. It's not important until it's personal. I've since learned about team cure cholangio. It's a amazing group of people who come together to raise funding for research to cure this horrible rare cancer. Their hard work and dedication have raised much needed money that goes 100% directly to research. I now volunteer and help them with quack out 5K race for a cure. They also raise awareness of this nasty disease. Jan also helps people who are newly diagnosed find the proper channels and medical resources to make their journey less stressful. Team Cure Cholangio is more than just a non profit organization. They are a family who looks out for one another. And have one goal in mind. Cure cholangiocarcinoma!

There's a lot of energy and caring in Team Cure Cholangio. I've witnessed it at the annual Quack Out 5K, which is fun and informative. So many warriors, their families and supporters attend this event. It's a chance to connect with others in search of a cure for Cholangio, get information on the signs and symptoms, have fun, get some exercise, and raise money to fund research for the cure. This year's 5K raised over $100K to continue the search! The leaders of Team Cure Cholangio make you feel loved and appreciated. It's a wonderful organization and a cause worthy of much support.

As a cholangio warrior, the organization has been a super support. Not only are they raising an awesome amount of money for research but Jan is bringing people who have been effected by the disease together. This is giving support, strength, and a sense of community that is much needed when dealing with this. Thank you for all you do for for so many. Have enjoyed the walk every year.

Team Cure Cholangio is amazing! They are increasing awareness for such a rare cancer while also raising funds. They raise money for both research and patient care. The organizers are dedicated and passionate. I love that they provide a virtual option. I have been able to participate the last 3 years because of this. The organizers did a wonderful job making my feel included with swag bag. I have already signed up for the next race. I hope to be able to switch it to inperson racing one day!

Team Cure Cholangio is dedicated to supporting those who are trying to find a cure for this type of cancer, as well as coming alongside those who are going through this type of cancer themselves. You could not find a more passionate, dedicated, devoted and caring group - they give above and beyond. You can be assured all funds raised are going directly to support their mission: finding a cure for bile duct cancer.

Team Cure Cholangio is amazing. The dedication, passion, and support they provide is unbelievable. Cholangio hits home to me and everything they do to help bring attention and raise money for research is incredible. Without their focus and bringing attention to this disease very free people would know it exists. Thank you for all you do!

From the moment I first engaged with this Team Cure Cholangio, I was struck by the sincerity and passion of its members. Their commitment to making a difference in the lives of cholangiocarcinoma warriors and their families was palpable. They understand that finding a cure for cholangiocarcinoma is the ultimate goal, and all of the funds they raise are earmarked for research. They are also tireless in their education efforts, and the annual Quack Out Cholangio 5K walk/run they host each year is not only effective but also deeply moving. It brings together people from all walks of life, united by a common goal - to make a difference in the fight against cholangiocarcinoma by raising funds for research and strengthening their community.

Team Cure Cholangio is an amazing organization - their hearts, minds and energy are 150% focused on patients. I am humbled by the work that they do to support the cholangiocarcinoma community. They have the ability to rally support for continued research and resources in part because of their connections to the national organization, the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation, which I believe amplifies their impact.

This non-profit is very clear in their purpose. Create awareness for a terrible cancer disease and utilize all proceeds for a cure. It is an amazing experience to attend this function and see people who are newly diagnosed with bile duct cancer or those that continue the fight be surrounded by family and friends that unite for a dedicated cause.

Team Cure Cholangio is an incredible non profit bringing awareness about such an awful Cancer that has impacted many loved ones of my friends and family. So grateful that this organization exists to help raise money, awareness, provide support and community for those affected with Cholangiocarcinoma.

This is a great cause that raises money for CCA research!